DOB NOW: Build The NYC Department of Buildings' online system for filing, tracking, and managing building-related permit applications.
While most routine sidewalk repairs run through DOT's own NYCStreets permit system rather than DOB NOW, larger projects that combine building work with sidewalk or vault reconstruction — like a facade renovation requiring a scaffold permit, or new construction with a sidewalk vault — often touch both platforms. DOB NOW centralizes plan submissions, amendment filings, and inspection scheduling for the building side of a project, letting contractors and owners track status online rather than through paper filings.
Frequently Asked Questions About DOB NOW: Build
What is DOB NOW: Build?
The NYC Department of Buildings online system for filing, tracking and managing building-related permit applications.
Do sidewalk repairs go through DOB NOW?
Most do not. Routine sidewalk work runs through DOT's NYCStreets permit system.
When does DOB NOW come into play?
On projects combining building work with sidewalk or vault reconstruction, such as facade renovations requiring a scaffold permit or new construction with a sidewalk vault.
What can be done in the system?
Plan submissions, amendment filings, inspection scheduling and status tracking for the building side of a project.